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Dilminox is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dilminox is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Dilminox safe for pregnant women?
Dilminox should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Dilminox safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Dilminox. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Dilminox on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Dilminox on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dilminox on the Liver?
Information about safety of Dilminox for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Dilminox on the Heart?
Dilminox has very mild side effects on the heart.
Dilminox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dilminox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dilminox habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dilminox is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Dilminox as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Dilminox should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Dilminox for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dilminox
Taking Dilminox with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dilminox
Taking Dilminox with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Dilminox should not be used on the same day of PRP (platelet-rich plasma) treatment because the scalp has been injected with activated platelets. Hence, the use of any topical substance up to 24 hours of the procedure is not recommended by dermatologists. You can continue use Dilminox from the next day of the procedure or as advised by your doctor.
Yes Dilminox can regrow hair by stimulating the hair follicles growth and increase the blood flow in the skin on the applied area. It might take at least 3-4 months to regrow hair.
Yes, Dilminox can be used with oil. Oil must be applied after 2-4 hours of the application of Dilminox so that it can be absorbed by the skin. If you apply oil soon after applying Dilminox then it might affect the absorption of this drug from the site of application.
Yes, Dilminox might be used for telogen effluvium (temporary hair thinning mostly on the top of the scalp). Dilminox is only approved for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia and you are advised to consult with a doctor first before using this drug for telogen effluvium.
Yes, Dilminox may cause temporary hair loss for up to 2 weeks initially after starting of the treatment in few cases only. This is due to hair shifting from the resting phase to the growth phase. Consider this as a sign that your old hairs are falling so that new hairs can regrow in their place. If the hair loss continues for more than 2 weeks then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 567
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Loniten® (minoxidil)